Culture
Exploring the Architectural Legacy of Amâncio ‘Pancho’ Guedes in Maputo
During a trip to Maputo, Mozambique, I took a ride on a tuk-tuk motorcycle taxi with Vincent Acovino, a fellow producer from All Things Considered. Our primary mission in the country was to report on
American Reflections as the Nation Approaches its 250th Year
As the United States nears its 250th year, Americans are considering how to commemorate the occasion. This Independence Day marks a quarter millennium since the Declaration of Independence. Traditionally, the Fourth of July is celebrated
David Hockney’s Impact on Los Angeles and Personal Reflections
In the mid-1990s, Los Angeles was awash with David Hockney prints. At a West Hollywood apartment complex’s carport, I discovered my first Hockney print leaning against an aging Volkswagen Rabbit. The print was in a
Exploring the Roots of Juneteenth as a Federal Holiday
The observance of Juneteenth as a federal holiday has been established, yet the widespread embrace of this celebration across the nation is still gaining momentum. The confluence of public acknowledgment and personal commemoration forms a
NASCAR Hosts Race at Naval Base Coronado, Honoring President George H.W. Bush
NASCAR is making history this weekend by hosting a race on a military installation for the first time. The three national series will take on the newly built road course at Naval Base Coronado in
The Empire State Building’s Airship Ambition
The Empire State Building stands as a key landmark in New York City today. Yet, when first envisioned nearly 100 years ago, its standout feature was meant for something unexpected: docking airships. The skyscraper’s renowned
Elliot Page Discusses Healthy Masculinity and Emotional Openness
Transgender actor Elliot Page expressed views on healthy masculinity, emphasizing the importance of emotional openness. Speaking on the ‘It’s Open with Ilana Glazer’ podcast, Page described healthy masculinity as resisting the impulse to emotionally shut
Historic Railway Depot Resurfaces in Thailand, Offering a Rare Research Opportunity
A section of World War II’s notorious “Death Railway” reemerged in Kanchanaburi, Thailand, offering historians a rare chance for study. Drought-related maintenance at the Vajiralongkorn Dam’s reservoir revealed Nithe Station, which had been submerged for
Artist Lex Marie Examines Discipline in Black Households Through Art
Lex Marie, a multidisciplinary artist, gained viral attention on TikTok and Instagram for her artwork that delves into discipline within Black households. When visiting Marie’s art studio, a seemingly ordinary object, like a belt, takes
Bipartisan Group America250 Plans L.A. Concerts, Competing With Trump
A nonprofit organization, America250, formed by Congress ten years ago, plans to host a concert in Los Angeles featuring Smashing Pumpkins and other artists on July 4. This initiative provides an alternative to President Trump’s